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The Hidden Costs of America's Dependence on Corn and Soybeans

The Midwest is known for its productive farmland. Driving through states like Illinois, it’s easy to see why some people call this part of the country the “corn belt.”

In Illinois, 80% of the state’s farmland is used to grow corn and soybeans, but depending on those two crops comes with a price.

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Agriculture Data | New Law

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Nebraska is at the forefront of a national debate over agricultural data. Governor Jim Pillen has signed a new law aimed at giving farmers greater control over information generated in their fields. But the issue is more complicated than it may seem.